The Making Of Index Numbers

""The Making of Index Numbers: A Study of Their Varieties, Tests, and Reliability"" is a book written by the renowned economist Irving Fisher in 1922. The book provides a detailed analysis of index numbers, which are statistical tools used to measure changes in a set of related variables over time. Fisher's work focuses on the various types of index numbers, such as price, quantity, and value indices, and their applications in economics and finance. He also discusses the tests used to evaluate the accuracy and reliability of index numbers, including the Fisher Ideal Index Formula, which he developed. The book is a seminal work in the field of index number theory and has been widely cited by economists and statisticians. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the development and use of index numbers in economic analysis.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.